OWC Drive Dock USB-C NVMe U.2 and SATA

The OWC Drive Dock USB-C is a high-performance dual-bay docking station designed for fast and easy access to NVMe U.2 and SATA drives. With USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C connectivity, it delivers data transfer speeds up to 10 Gbps, making it ideal for professionals who need to quickly clone, upgrade, or back up drives.

Advantages

Supports both NVMe U.2 SSDs (up to 8TB+) and 2.5-inch/3.5-inch SATA HDDs/SSDs (up to 18TB+). Hot-swappable and plug-and-play, no drivers required. Fanless design ensures silent operation, and the aluminum construction provides durability and heat dissipation. Includes a Kensington lock slot for security.

Suitable for

• IT professionals and system administrators managing multiple drives
• Creative professionals needing fast data transfer for large media files
• Home users upgrading or cloning drives

Key specifications

• Host Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C
• Data Transfer Rate: Up to 10 Gbps
• Number of Drive Bays: 2
• Supported Drive Type (Bay 1): NVMe U.2 SSD
• Supported Drive Type (Bay 2): 2.5-inch / 3.5-inch SATA HDD/SSD
• Max Capacity (NVMe U.2): Up to 8TB+
• Max Capacity (SATA): Up to 18TB+
• Hot-Swappable: Yes
• Plug & Play: Yes
• LED Indicators: Power, Drive Activity
• Power Supply: External AC Adapter (12V, 6A)
• Material: Aluminum, Plastic
• Operating System Compatibility: macOS 10.13+, Windows 10+, Linux (kernel 5.0+)
• Cooling: Fanless
• Security Features: Kensington Lock Slot
• Included Cables: USB-C to USB-C, USB-C to USB-A
• RAID Support: No (Individual Drive Access)

Recommendations

For optimal performance, use with NVMe U.2 SSDs and ensure your system supports USB 3.2 Gen 2. The Drive Dock is an excellent solution for high-capacity storage management.